Diamond Head State Monument
Wilderness, Mountains, Trails
South
Outdoors, Sports & Recreation, Photography
Mobility Obstacles: Extended Walking Required
Dirt/off-road walking
Notes: The climb is steep.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Notes: A new, larger facility replaced the old restroom (originally built in 1977). The new restroom is fully wheelchair accessible and features six women's stalls and five men's stalls, as well as new water fountains.
Diamond Head State Monument
O`ahu Landmark
| Address: | Phone: |
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Diamond Head Rd & 18th Ave Honolulu, HI 96815 |
+1 808 587 0285, State Parks |
Description
Recognized as one of the most famous volcanic craters, Diamond Head is certainly the island's most famous landmark. The 760-foot tall crater lies at the end of Waikiki and serves as a recognizable backdrop to the Honolulu skyline. British sailors are credited with naming the volcano after noticing that the rocks sparkled and mistook what are actually calcite crystals for diamonds. Diamond Head, which is part of the Honolulu Volcanic Series of eruptions, is about 200,000 years old and is said to have been extinct for 150,000 years. Today, it's a popular hiking destination with some paved trails, a tunnel, and an observation deck.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 6am-6pm, dailyVisit Time: 1hr-2hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $0-$5
Exposure
Outdoor with little or no covering.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Nearest Train or Bus:
Bus No. 58 Hawaii Kai
Best Modes of Transportation:
Automobile/Car
Bus
Notes: The park is located off Diamond Head Rd, between Makapu'u Ave and 18th Ave.
Parking Availability: Yes
Notes: The trailhead at the parking lot is on the crater floor. It's at an elevation of 200 ft.
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